Les Pontaix

2005 Crozes-Hermitage White Blend

Domaine Fayolle Fils Et Fille Les Pontaix is a captivating white blend from the esteemed Crozes-Hermitage region, offering a delightful interpretation of the area's terroir. With a beautifully vibrant yet refined character, this wine showcases a medium body that balances refreshment with a certain richness. The acidity presents itself as bright and lively, providing a refreshing lift that enhances its drinkability. This blend offers a medium fruit intensity, revealing notes of stone fruit and subtle citrus that dance on the palate. The wine is expertly crafted with a dryness that is ever so appealing, making it a perfect companion for a variety of culinary delights. The overall experience is one of elegance and harmony, marking it as a noteworthy choice for anyone looking to explore the charm of Crozes-Hermitage.

Tasting notes:

Honey

Almond

White Peach

Flavor profile:

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:

Crozes-Hermitage

The largest appellation in France's Northern Rhône sub-region, Crozes-Hermitage is famed for its sophisticated reds made exclusively from the Syrah grape. Sitting on the east bank of the Rhône River and covering more territory than its smaller neighbors, Crozes-Hermitage wines are quite diverse. Dark berry flavors with violet aromas are the typical style here, although wines from sunnier south- and west-facing slopes tend to have more dried herb and tobacco notes. As well as vineyard orientation, soils play a vital role in Crozes-Hermitage. These range from dense gravel to red clay and light sands, highlighting the importance of terroir on a wine's character. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestige of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

Want to discover wines for you?

Take our quiz to see a selection of wines tailored to your tastes.

Take the Quiz